In short, no, it's legit and we've helped thousands of people get a head start on Steemit.

You've certainly helped me get a head start, that's for sure! I would not have hit 200 followers in my first month on Steemit if it had not been for my participation in the Minnow Support Project. I appreciate you guys so much for all that you do for the community! I tell all of my friends who come to Steemit that their first stop should always be MSP :D In fact, I just made a post focusing on the importance of MSP.